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New Year newborn By Aimee O’Hagan
Blenheim couple, Ben and Georgia Rogers, are two parents who are feeling incredibly tired but very happy and content. At 4:58pm, on January 1, Georgia gave birth via a caesarean section to Marlborough’s first baby for 2020 – a baby boy weighing an impressive 10lb 10oz. While they have not yet chosen a name for their extra special newborn, both Georgia and Ben can safely vouch that they are overjoyed to welcome him into the world. Continued on page 2. Georgia Rogers is the mother of the first baby born in Marlborough in 2020.
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Continued from page 1. According to Georgia, the arrival of their baby boy was “perfect timing”. “He was due on December 23, but we were hoping that he would come earlier so we could enjoy Christmas Day. “Luckily it worked out that we could still enjoy Christmas; he was about nine days late. “The birth [itself] happened quite quickly... It was a bit of a blur.” Also excited about the newest member of the Rogers family is Ben and Georgia’s other son, two year-old Makhi. “He loves it,” Ben laughs. “He’s always cuddling and kissing his little brother. “We thought Makhi would be jealous that his younger brother is getting all the attention... but he’s actually embraced it!”
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“It’s just about reminding him to be gentle,” Georgia adds. The two describe their newborn boy as a “good, content baby” who doesn’t cause much of a bother. “He doesn’t really scream, he just squawks,” Georgia laughs. The couple would like to say a “huge thank you” to all of the midwives and doctors at Wairau Hospital’s maternity ward, particularly midwife Shona Wills. “They’re like angels,” Georgia says. “They’re so helpful. You just press a button and they’re there!” Both parents look forward to watching their new baby boy, alongside older brother Makhi, grow up and take on what the world has to offer. “They’ll be going on lots of fishing trips with their dad,” Ben smiles.
Below is a list of Marlborough’s first babies of the year since the Sun Newspaper began publishing in 2005: 2005, January 3 – Cody Liddicoat 2006, January 4 –Francis Edmonds 2007, January 1 – Corah Rutland-Hynes 2008, January 2 – Cooper Crighton 2009, January 1 – Harmony McKoy-Mullen 2010, January 2 – Sean Mitchell
2011, January 1 – Olivia Curtis-Gill 2012, January 1 – Mason Brosnan-Stevenson 2013, January 1 – Amarjeef Kour 2014, January 1 – Wynter Jones 2015, January 3 – Wade Thorburn 2016, January 3 – Ruby Vicars 2017, January 1 – Kane Haycock 2018, January 1 – Toloa Lousiale 2019, January 2 – Lincoln Jones
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George’s big swim to finish today By Aimee O’Hagan
A young swimmer from Blenheim has succeeded in inspiring many – both locally and nationally – by testing his own mental and physical strength in the name of mental health. Marlborough Boys’ College student and head boy for 2020, George Glover, has spent the last nine days swimming the length of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Not just once, but twice. That’s appromimately 123km, which is just over three times the length of the Cook Strait. It’s all for the Black Dog Swim: a movement started by the teen to raise money for New Zealand charitable trust, I Am Hope – with all funds going towards youth men-
tal health programmes around the country – and to increase awareness of the importance of mental health. With a goal of raising $50,000 over the course of the swim, George is well on his way - having raised over $49,000, he’s only got approximately $500 left to go. He’s been supported by a multitude of Marlborough and Tasman businesses and organisations – such as Pita Pit Blenheim, Vines Village Cafe, Tasman District Police, and others. The route George has taken has consisted of him swimming from Anakiwa to the head of East Bay (the halfway mark of his swim), and then back to where he started. George’s historic journey is set to end today, with the 17 year-old finishing the swim at Anakiwa Wharf.
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Holiday drowning toll at six Preliminary figures from Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) indicate the preventable fatal drowning toll for the official holiday period is six. The summer holiday period ran from 4pm Tuesday, December 24 and ran through to 6am Friday, January 3 2020. The average toll during this period for the last five years is eight preventable drowning fatalities. With the summer season ongoing for a few more months, WSNZ is appealing to all people to make wise decisions around water.
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ABOVE: George Glover (pictured) is currently swimming 123km around the Queen Charlotte Sound to raise money for charitable organisation, I Am Hope NZ. File photo.
LEFT: So far, George has swum 112.3km. He has one more leg to swim - which he will finish today - in order to complete what he has named the Black Dog Swim. Photo supplied.
Police have named the pedestrian who died after being struck by a car in John Street, Blenheim on December 27. He was Nikolay Andreev, aged 44. Mr Andreev was a Bulgarian national who had been working in the wine industry in Marlborough. “Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones,” a Police spokesperson says. A 29 -year-old Blenheim man and vineyard worker, Kevin Paisa, appeared in Blenheim District Court on Monday charged with dangerous driving causing death, injury, and refusing to give police officers a blood test.
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Steampunk in Marlborough By student reporter Frances Chin
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This Heritage Day, set for February 6, Marlborough Museum will be running its Steampunk Inspiration Competition for the second year in a row. People are invited to submit a steampunk model, photograph, or an outfit and can enter more than one category (with each having three age brackets, under 12s, 1218s, and older). On the day of the competition, the outfits, models, and photos will be displayed and judged at the museum and the winners of each category will have their work displayed in the museum’s exhibition. In previous competitions, Marlborough Museum had a Victorian theme but with numbers dwindling the decision was made to change things up a little. The costumes were too complex for many to make, and the summer heat was an obstacle, says Steve Austin, the executive director for the Marlborough Heritage Trust. “It was a ridiculous time of year to dress up in suits and thick dresses. Steve chose Steampunk as the new theme. “I’m always looking for creative ways for the past to be bought to life and enjoyed,” he says. “Not as in living in the past, but using the past as a jumping point. The past is a point of reference, not of residence. Steampunk encapsulates this.” Unsure as to what Steampunk is? You’re not the only one. “I didn’t know anything about Steampunk,” Steve says. After researching, he learnt that Steampunk is a subculture aesthetically based upon 19th century industrial machinery. Think of shiny metal and whistles and cogs. Steampunk has a following in Oamaru, where the annual Steampunk Festival takes place. Members of the Steampunk community contacted Steve and gave him encouragement.
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“[With Steampunk] people live it, flaunt it, and embrace it,” Steve says. “It gives people a life of freedom, to go use the resources they have around them to create something new and fun.” Steve was worried that Steampunk would be too exotic of a theme for Marlborough residents. However, last year’s heritage day competition “went really well”, and people entered from not only Marlborough, but places such as Christchurch, Motueka, and Wellington. “They looked absolutely amazing,” Steve says. “Young and old were all involved in the competition. “A woman over 60 told me about her steampunk themed birthday party. Steam-
punk inspires for all generations. It really does appeal for all ages.” Steve feels that Steampunk embodies the principals of Heritage Day, as it connects the past and the present. “We’re looking for a connection in what happened in the past and how to display it visually. And how to get people interested and really celebrate the past not as something dead, but something we can reinvent and have fun with,” he says. For entry forms contact the museum on (03) 578 1712, email info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz or visit the team at Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. The cut-off date is 4 pm on January 30.
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Brodie Fransen Blenheim The Australian fires. It’s out of control and no one can stop them.
Daniel Moran Blenheim The bushfires in Australia are terrible.
Debbie Cass Blenheim The Australian fires. They are horrific. You just can’t believe how long it’s been going on for.
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Emily Bedward Blenheim The trouble in Iran doesn’t seem good. I’m very worried about it.
Shanae Deacon Blenheim The Australian fires. It’s pretty sad that some were deliberately lit.
Steve Austin Blenheim I think like a lot of people, we are pretty horrified with Australia’s fires. I think one of the reasons it’s so challenging is we know we also have a major risk of fire in Marlborough.
New Year’s Honours The recent New Year’s Honours list leaves me slightly confused. An All Black coach travels around the world, business class all expenses paid with perks, gets a gong. A doctor or surgeon at the local hospitals working under great stress trying to save or
repair patients; underfunded and (working) long hours. After years of study and at a great personal cost, it would seem they would have gained more recognition if they had chosen to be a rugby coach. Just a thought. Kiwi
Recycling woes As concerned ratepayers who try to do our bit for the environment by recycling our bottles plastic and cardboard, I was horrified when they shut down the recycling bins at foxes Island. When we contacted our council rep she said to use Rapaura. We live close to Renwick, we pay rates we have no rubbish collection in this area. Rapaura has nothing like the population of the Renwick area so understandably we were annoyed that their bin was OK but the one for Renwick and surrounding area was closed due to too much rubbish left outside the bin.
If the bins were emptied more regularly or monitored at certain times when people are dumping, this problem could be overcome. When we arrived down to the Raupara bin to do our bit for the environment by recycling (pictured), it was far worse than I ever saw at Foxes Island. Also it is located just across the road from the school. We don’t have a level playing field. Town residents have rubbish collection and kerbside recycling while Renwick residents have no rubbish collection and now not even a recycling bin. Concerned ratepayer
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Letters to the editor continued World still wobbles Dear Ed It’s disappointing that TV 3 Am show stopped screening a week before Christmas to be replaced by ghastly infomercials, then on 23rd
December TV One’s breakfast show stopped. What’s more Radio NZ’s Concert programme ceased their 6 am five minute news. Don’t they realise the world’s still spinning
if a bit wobbly due to the Trump oscillations, and news happens every day and importantly there’s an audience out there? Don Coyote
Bad repairing of pot holes Dear Editor I wonder if anyone else has noticed the rubbish being used to repair pot holes lately? It seems to be some sort of semi liquid, that sinks to the bottom of the hole, leaving us with Response from Marlborough Roads: Marlborough Roads uses pothole mix as a temporary repair to prevent potholes from getting any bigger and to make our roads safer. This is a temporary holding repair until a
a hole that is sealed on the bottom, and around the sides, but still a pot hole. It appears similar to the terrible stuff being used on the highway to Christchurch, around the Feriehurst,
Strong winds made their way up the South Island, affecting Marlborough on Monday. The strong gusts caused havoc including bringing down powerlines, which caused a small fire near Misty Cove Wines near Renwick. Fire services were called and quickly got it under control.
permanent repair is carried out. Pothole mix is usually used during wet weather when the road pavement is saturated and a permanent repair cannot be carried out immediately.
Out of Town perspective I have lived in Blenheim for two years now and love the place. I love the slow pace of life and the people are mostly friendly. It’s refreshing after living in the big city in NZ and abroad. But I have noticed the traffic habits in Blenheim are appalling. Everyone is in a rush which I find hard to understand. It takes five minutes to drive from one side of the town to the other even in peak hour traffic and people always seem to be in a hurry or late to get somewhere. People in Blenheim seem to think if they are on a road and going forward they have the right of way. There is no empathy or humility with regards to letting people in from residential properties, gas stations, businesses or side streets. I always let people in even though I have a stressful driving job and am always behind with time. Then I watch behind to see if the next person does the same thing as this is normal behaviour in big cities merging like a zip. Generally this doesn’t happen as people are to self absorbed and don’t realise that in the bigger picture this helps them out as well. The fact is if no one actually let anyone out or in to the NPD gas station at peak hour the place will with more population gridlock. This is why people in big cities like Auckland, Sydney and London think of others and let people in and if they do something to upset someone they wave to acknowledge it’s their fault and are sorry. There are a lot of elderly in Blenheim that make mistakes while driving and we need to look out for these people not sit on our horns and scare them because of anger and frustration. One day I had to reverse out of a drive way and the traffic was all stopped with road works. I checked to see it was clear waited for a four wheel drive to pass and then continued reversing. I reversed straight into a little car and dented both doors. The lady said she thought I would stop. When I was reversing she couldn’t wait three metres for 30 seconds even though the traffic was stopped with council lollipop
and Hundalee areas, which only partly covers the hole. Who is responsible for this bad repairing, and when can we expect the job to be done properly? Sincerely, Cheap and nasty.
people. A truck driver came down and said to me he saw everything and morally it wasn’t my fault but people in Blenheim won’t stop. It cost me no time or money as my insurance paid the bill but the lady who couldn’t wait had to make many trips to the panel beater, drive a loan car for a week and doesn’t have a mint car anymore because of lack of patience. I had the impression Market Street was a pedestrian friendly area but people speed down it not looking out for people crossing. Just because the parked vehicles are close and limit driver’s vision doesn’t make it acceptable. I don’t want to sound like I am stereotyping drivers but I have noticed middle age women speed everywhere in their little brand new Japanese cars where as elderly men are cautious and drive slow. If you are at the intersection on Kinross and Redwood Streets trying to cross and there are types of this demographic going in opposite directions it is impossible to cross safely. I have allowed myself 200 metre’s to reverse out on to a main road in a 50km area and when I’m just about to move forward I hear the unforgiving sound of someone sitting on their horn because I have stopped their speeding flow down the road and they can’t stop for five seconds. I have seen someone toot when someone pulled out in front of them and then pull into a house a few drive ways up the road because they put them out by a few metres. I hear that people in Blenheim are proud there are no traffic lights and I agree if one set of lights was installed it would change the whole flow of traffic. But if people started leaving five minutes early, being courteous to others and stopping this righteous ego centric attitude it could help someone other than you, save a child and make Blenheim an easier place to travel round for everyone. Let someone else go first who knows you might brighten up there day. Regards Anonymous
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Retired teacher shares QSM recognition Ngakuta Bay resident, retired teacher and keen conservationist, Andrew John, has received the honour of a Queen’s Service Medal for 2020. He talks to reporter Celeste Alexander about how he became involved in conservation and what this award means to him. It’s been nearly four months since Ngakuta Bay resident, Andrew John, found out he was to receive a Queen’s Service Medal, as part of the New Year’s Honours list for 2020, but the surprise has still not worn off. Andrew was awarded for his services to conservation and education, in particular for his involvement with Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary and efforts to educate students on conservation. “Am I used to the idea? I never will be,” he laughs. “A letter arrived from the Prime Minister’s office last September asking if I’d accept the award and I was a bit stunned. “I do what I do because I enjoy it. I’ve always enjoyed nature and had an instinct to work with kids, so naturally I like to bring the two together,” he says. Andrew volunteers for Forest and Bird, Birds NZ and Kaipupu Point Sanctuary. He provides support in the way of organising events, tree planting projects and by being on the management team for the Kaipupu Point Sanctuary. It’s a role that comes easily to Andrew, a retired science teacher, who has spent the past decade visiting schools to share with students the different aspects of conservation work. “One side of what I’ve been doing is working with Picton School teacher Helen Boudier who is really keen on conservation. I’ve been going into her class for an afternoon once a week for
the last 10 years, talking with students and teaching them about different aspects of what we do at the sanctuary, Forest & Bird, and general conservation work. “She’s a good support and we do fun things with the kids.” “It’s a nice feeling when you get comments from the kids on a bird they’ve seen or plants they’ve identified in their garden,” he says. The award and recognition is not something Andrew is willing to accept alone. He also credits his wife, Dianne, who herself is heavily involved with local conservation efforts. “Dianne has a love for birds and she led the way with the bird conservation side of things. She’s involved with bird monitoring, particularly with Birding NZ as well as trapping work in the bay here. “She was thrilled with the award and proud of what we’ve achieved. It’s also made possible thanks to all of the support from those involved in these organisations. There’s lots of support in Picton for this work and we all work together; it’s very much a combined effort. “With the award I got a letter of congratulations from PM Jacinda Adern in which she wrote; ‘It is an acknowledgement of your contribution and of those who have supported you and your work’. This summarises the way I feel,” he says. Andrew first got involved after moving to Ngakuta Bay in 2001. He and Dianne are originally from a little town
Ngakuta Bay resident, Andrew John, received a Queen’s Service Medal for his services to conservation and education, as part of the New Year’s Honours List for 2020. Photo provided.
near Swansea in Wales. He worked as a relief teacher with all of the colleges, but mostly at Queen Charlotte College. Around 2006 when Kaipupu Point Sanctuary took off, he got
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Take advantage of our beautiful region. Enjoy all that Marlborough and surrounds have to offer food, coffee, wine, fashion, arts, entertainment, nature, local business... Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre Check out the WW2 Exhibition, Dangerous Skies at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre this Summer. Omaka is where stories of aviation, daring and triumph during the two World Wars come to life in movie-like sets. Marlborough’s single most visited tourism attraction on TripAdvisor and a NZ must do! Open daily until 5pm. www.omaka.org.nz THE LEMONGRASS Blenheim. We invite you to come in and enjoy a medley of flavours from Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Inspired by family recipes. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner. Dine in or takeaway. Gift vouchers available. 17a Maxwell Rd, Ph 578 4887. BAMBOO GARDEN RESTAURANT From classic Chinese to Thai and Japanese dishes, we embrace the richness and diversity of Asian cuisine. Join us for your group booking or function. Fully licensed, BYO wine. Dine in or takeaway. 31 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim. Ph 579 1118.
Wednesday January 8, 2020 Located at the beautiful northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park lies Awaroa Lodge; a retreat nestled amongst untouched nature offering peace and tranquillity. Without the distraction of television or mobile phones, you can fully relax. The Lodge features a range of accommodation options including a restaurant and bar, lounge and library, outdoor pizzeria and conservatory. Your arrival options by water or air are spectacular. Contact us info@awaroalodge.co.nz EDWIN FOX Maritime Museum and Ship. Come and explore the decks and depths of the last remaining convict ship, the relics found onboard and the stories of the people who sailed on her. An all weather family friendly activity. Open every day from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore. 035736868.
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Set beside Picton Harbour, the stylish and modern MARLBOROUGH MUSEUM The Wine ExhibiPicton Yacht Club hotel provides a great tion; Te Pokohiwi – Wairau Bar; Victorian Rooms; base to explore the dramatic local coastline and Gift Vouchers *conditions apply– Natural History. Early Settler History; Wild Things New Zealand’s wine country. Enjoy dinner with theavailable 26 Arthur Baker Place, Blenheim. beautiful surroundings, at our very own17a Chartroom Maxwell Road | Blenheim | ph 03 578 4887 578 1712. Open 10-4 daily. $10 adults $5 children. FREE Saturdays. Restaurant, with all fresh and local produce from Open 7 days for lunch and dinner. Dine in or takeaway. Facebook.com/marlboroughmuseum. www. this exceptional area, that Marlborough has to offer. marlboroughmuseum.org.nz Book your stay now (03) 573 7002
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Centenary of Marlborough THIS IS Harness Racing fast approaching There are still ways for people to enjoy the 100 year celebration of harness racing in Blenheim next week. The Marlborough Harness Racing Club will host its annual two day summer meeting next Friday January 17 and Sunday January
19 at Waterlea Raceway. There are hospitality and sponsorship packages available with four races across both days looking for local sponsorship. Friday will also see a VIP tent where for $100 punters will be given a complimentary racebook
Z N r e Summ as well as breads and dips on arrival, a two-course meal with five free drinks and their own betting facilities with a great view of the action. There will also be mini marquees available on both days. Friday’s meeting will be a twi-
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Authentic Chinese cuisine When it comes to trying new flavours and a menu that boasts of being ‘traditional Chinese food’, there’s plenty to like at Redwoodtown’s newest destination – Four Seasons Shanghai Restaurant. The restaurant is owned by Blenheim couple, Yun He and Huizhen Xiao, who arrived in New Zealand from Shanghai 12 years ago. It was their desire for true, authentic Chinese food which inspired them to open their own restaurant last year in June, which is located on the road side of the new Redwood Hub building. Inside, the restaurant extends its focus on Chinese
tradition by including it throughout the décor. Diners can enjoy the lanterns, Beijing opera masks and Chinese paintings which convey the meaning of happiness, prosperity and fortune. The menu is exciting, fresh and a celebration of Chinese cuisine. Asked which were some of the more popular dishes, the couple say the community has embraced everything on offer. “But if we were to choose the most popular, they would be the Kong Pu Chicken, the Sizzling Black Pepper Beef served on an iron plate, and the Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce,” they say. The menu also offers up
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Happy New Year! Sun photographers photographed friends and families in and around Blenheim’s CBD over the Christmas and holiday period. People enjoyed shopping, relaxing in the sun, even getting the chance to meet Santa!
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Summer Snaps Competition The summer break is about fun and family, and with this in mind the Sun Newspaper invited readers to share their holiday memories. All of the photos submitted went into the draw to win a cafĂŠ voucher. See below for the winning snap and a selection of photos which were entered.
Alyssa and her cousins London and Kennedy from Melbourne, enjoying blowing bubbles. By Jan Boese.
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Family time cruising around D’Urville Island. By Angela Heberley.
Beach bliss. By Mike Harvey.
Cousins Zara and Oakley playing Kaipapa Bay, Queen Charlotte Sounds. James Richmond and son Thomas A lonely sunflower found amongst the grape vines while walking while camping with family. By Rebecca Toms. going for a Kayak on New Years Day Evening. By Makaela Richmond. around the Grovetown lagoon. By Julie Gould.
Summer, here I come! By Jessie Cowan.
Fun with feathered friends. By Sonya Dowling.
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Top baby names in NZ for 2019 According to Births, Deaths, and Marriages New Zealand, a new baby name has taken out the top spot for girls’ baby names in 2019. Amelia has now replaced Charlotte as the most popular baby name for girls, while Oliver still remains the most favoured baby name for boys. It comes as a surprise that Amelia has now overtaken Charlotte as the most popular girls’ baby name, because although Amelia has been on the list of the top 10 baby names in New Zealand since 2011, Charlotte and Olivia are the two names that have continued to swap between first and second place multiple times over that period. Perhaps influenced by the royals or the McCaws, Charlotte was the top name for females in 2013, 2014, 2017 and 2018. On this year’s list of the top 10 baby girl names in New Zealand, Isla came in third. Noah is the second most popular name for boys and Leo the third. When it comes to Maori baby names, Mia and Nikau are the most popular.
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Colourful run happening this Saturday Tie your hair back, get dressed in some old clothing, don some googles, and head to Picton’s Port Marlborough Pavillion this Saturday, January 11, for the Rainbow Run 2020! It’s a chance to spend valuable time with your family - while having lots of fun - and get doused in colourful powder. Make your way around the 1.5km course once, or even twice. The event will run from 10am until just after 12pm. Tickets cost $5 for children aged five
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Taika and Rawiri enter the top 10 Maori boys’ names, and Tui and Ataahua make it into the top 10 Maori girls’ names for the first time since records began. A total of 18,816 different first names were given to 61,018 babies in 2019.
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2019’s Top 10 Maori Girls’ Names in NZ: Mia Aria Maia Amaia Nina Manaia Kaia Aroha Tui Ataahua
2019’s Top 10 Boys’ Names in NZ: Oliver Noah Leo Jack Lucas George James William Thomas Charlie
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Marlborough is a globally-connected district of smart, progressive, high-value enterprises, known for our economic efficiency, quality lifestyle and wellbeing, caring community, desirable location and healthy natural environment. Marlborough District Council is investing in Marlborough’s future by striving to provide the people of Marlborough with a great quality of life and a healthy natural environment. Marlborough District Council, with funding from the Provincial Growth Fund (PGF), has an exciting new two year fixed term role for an Economic Portfolio Manager. The PGF aims to increase regional productivity by investing in projects and initiatives that will create jobs leading to sustainable economic growth. The purpose of this role is to ensure that Marlborough related Te Tauihu (Top of the South Island) Provincial Growth Fund projects are implemented in accordance with agreed parameters, and to assist with their implementation where possible. This role will also provide support to Marlborough District Council’s economic development programme, including Smart+Connected and Smart Business Marlborough. We are looking for a team player that has excellent portfolio and project management skills, and is comfortable communicating with interested parties (e.g. Iwi, local businesses and central government agencies, and Council colleagues) at various phases of the respective projects. To be considered for this role you should ideally have: • An understanding of regional economic development and the Provincial Growth Fund. • Extensive experience in monitoring, managing, and reporting on various projects simultaneously. • Good long-term planning skills with the ability to keep focus of strategic goals. • A strong understanding of government decision making processes. • Solid multitasking and time management skills. • An economics or business related degree or other relevant tertiary qualification. If you have a passion for delivering successful projects, a desire to build working relationships between various communities and organisations, and believe that you have the aptitude to manage projects then this may be the role for you. Applications close at 5.00 pm on 15 January 2020. Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact neil.henry@marlborough.govt.nz
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We are a small family mussel farming business that has been operating for over 44 years. We have approx. 4 staff operating farms in our home port of Port Underwood but also Tory Channel and the Pelorus Sound.
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Marlborough Riding for the Disabled Manager Marlborough Riding for the Disabled is a community charitable trust providing horse riding programmes and therapy riding for students aged preschool through to adults with a wide range of special needs.
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Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit of at least 12 months.
It’s a great first job for school children; some commitment and responsibility, and an introduction to the workforce. Earn some pocket money! (Prompt payment fortnightly)
If you’re motivated and reliable call Susan now on 5777 868
Notice of Election Under the Marlborough Electric Power Trust Deed of Trust notice is given that on Monday 23rd March 2020, an election will be held for three (3) trustees of the Marlborough Electric Power Trust under the First Past the Post electoral system by postal and online voting. The Marlborough Electric Power Trust was established by Deed of Trust dated 28 April 1993. The Trustees hold the share capital of Marlborough Lines Limited in trust for the company’s electricity consumers. The Trust Deed provides for three of the six Trustees to retire on the 1st of April each second year.
Call for Nominations Nominations are therefore invited from the public for three positions on the Trust. Candidates must have a principal residence in the area served by Marlborough Lines Limited and be eligible to hold office under the terms of the Trust Deed, copies of which are available on our website mept.co.nz, or at the offices of Blenheim Accounting Ltd, 36 Maxwell Road, Blenheim. Each candidate must be nominated on the nomination form available during normal business hours from: • the offices of Blenheim Accounting, 36 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim; • by phoning 021 1200 737 to have one posted out; • by accessing www.mept.co.nz
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Marlborough Lines is a progressive electricity DISCOUNT PAYMENTS distribution business providing high quality Electricity lines company, Marlborough Lines electricity distribution services the Marlborough Limited, today announced it will betoreducing its region. prices and increasing the amount it pays out a discount, from for 1 April 2020. TheMaintenance reduction Weashave a vacancy a Network is primarily due to the passing on of lower Assistant to provide administrative support to the transmission costs incurred from Transpower. Maintenance Manager and Network division. Ken Forrest, Managing Director, said that the price reductions will for differthis by consumer Primary duties position category, include: but the average price decrease across categoriesand assisting in the management, all reporting isanalysis 2.2% of asset inspection related data and Ininformation addition to the price reduction, consumers will see an increase to the reporting amount of discount that also monitoring and timely of maintenance iswork credited to their electricity account. At present the orders progress including costs incurred discount typical domestic consumer, using relativefor tothe budget 8,000 kWh of electricity per annum, is $226. From setting up meetings, prepare agendas, record, 2020, this is forecast to increase to $236. type and distribute meeting minutes and follow up on action points.
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Completed nomination papers can be lodged to the above address, or posted to Marlborough Electric Power Trust, PO Box 1025, Blenheim 7240, but must be received no later than 5pm Thursday 16th January 2020. A non-refundable fee of $120.00 is required to be forwarded with each nomination, along with a candidate profile statement and photograph for sending out with the voting papers for consumers. Brenda Munro, Returning Officer
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a high level of literacy with Microsoft suite Wednesday 72 High Street, especially Word and Excel, and willingness to Phone 03 comprehend 577 7868 new systems quickly learn and good analytical, planning and organisational skills. ADVERTISING TERMS & CONDITIONS For full job description and to apply for this role All aadvertisements are subject to the approval pleaseofvisit our website Blenheimwww.marlboroughlines.co.nz/careers Sun newspaper. Advertisements are posiOr for a recruitment pack email: tioned entirely at the oprecruitment@mll.co.nz tion of The Publisher & no guarantee of placement Ph. is(03) 577 7007
Cookes Tree Services for tree removal, trimming, thinning, line clearance, stump grinding, hedge trimming, mulch supplies. Fully insured. Free quotes. Call Lance 021-361912 or 578-0083
FIREWOOD Pine $180 Gum $240 Heagney Bros Ltd requires drivers for the Wattle $230 2019 grape harvest. You must be prepared to work extended 578 hours and shift work. Phone 4664 Class 4 or 5 license required. Experience is GRAPE HARVEST TRUCK DRIVERS
preferred but not necessary as full training will be provided to the right applicant. Please phone 578 1878 Email heagney.bros@xtra.co.nz
WHAT'S ON Thursday Members’ Draw - $950.00
If not struck in the first two $50 jackpotting draws this will become a MUST GO draw at $1000 and will be drawn until struck.
Friday Members’ Draw - $5000.00
Saturday Members’ Draw - $5000.00
Tuesday Members’ Draw $1900.00 *Unless struck prior
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Wednesday January 8, 2020 Acknowledgements
ADAMS, John: Win and family would like to thank everyone for the flowers, cards and phone calls on the passing of John. In Memorium
Stacey May 5 Oct 1984 - 7 January 2007
Everyday in some small way, memories of you come our way.
In Memoriam
Though absent, you are always near, still missed, loved and forever dear
Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.
Still deeply missed by Jenny, Rick, Amie, Loren, Michelle and Isaac
The deadline is Monday 5.00pm. Please contact the Sun for further details. 72 High Street, Blenheim, email office@blenheimsun. co.nz or phone 577 7868.
For Sale Daihatsu Delta 1988 6 Berth motorhome ideal for family Reco motor 1500 K’s, Rear brakes, 6months rego, near new C.O.F, Big TV and Sat Dome, good tyres, goes real well brand new 3 way fridge, used once. Reluctant sale Call 5783014
Free FREE To a good home. Two seater lounge suite with two recliner rocker chairs. Phone 5794634.
Garage Sale 2670 STATE Highway 63, Wairau Valley Township. Small farm items, household, outdoor and bric-a-brac. From 6pm, Friday 10th January. ESTATE BUSTERS - Garage sale TONIGHT 4-8pm. Five chests of drawers, beds including a Queen in excellent condition. Small coffee tables, sewing machine and table. Upright deep freeze, washing machine, new dryer, lounge chairs, tidy linen, kitchenware, lots of nice china, some outdoor furniture, ladies clothes. Signs out Dillon Street at 4pm.
Wanted WANTED 2nd hand firearms. Trade-ins welcome. FREE firearms disposal service at The Gun Shack inside Vortex Marine, 6 Dodson Street ph 578-5720
Wanted to Rent Professional woman with quiet teenager seeking a house or cottage to rent. Any area considered, including rural. Pets must be okay. Excellent rental, work and character references available. Phone Linda 0273-454-754
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TANERAU-LOVE, Mihi Hurimoni: On Sunday December 22, 2019, unexpectedly in Marlborough. Aged 42 years. Muchloved Mum to Kavana, Heriata, Atarangi, Anatohia, Piripi, and the late Wikitoria. Dearly missed by her siblings: Tony, Billy, Phillip, and Ana-Marie, and her Mum. Messages may be sent to 3 Bristol Lane, Riversdale, Blenheim 7201. A farewell service for Mihi has been held. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719
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MULRANEY, Jeffrey Alexander: JP. On December 24, 2019 peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Loved son of the late Alex and Jean Mulraney and brother of the late Philip Mulraney. Many thanks to the Medical Staff at the Christchurch CCU. Messages may be sent to the Jeffrey Mulraney Estate, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the National Heart Foundation of NZ would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 535, Nelson 7040. A celebration of Jeffrey’s life will held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, at 1.00pm on Saturday, January 11, 2020. “Teacher, musician, bandsman and valued friend of many – young and old”
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FINLAY, Amiria MacDonald (Milly): Passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 1, 2020, at Wairau Hospital with whanau present. Aged 63 years. Cherished wife of Iain. Loved mother of Koepa, Amiria, and Hocquard. Beloved Nan of her 5 mokos. Messages may be sent to 23 Stuart Street, Blenheim 7201. Special thanks for all the support and aroha from whanau and especially to the staff at Wairau Hospital. A tangi and burial at Maori Island Urupa, has been held.
HAM, Lauris Jennifer (Laurie): Passed away peacefully on Friday December 20, 2019 at Bethsaida Retirement Village. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Les Ham, and the late Len Clarke. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Garry and Dianne, Robert and Shannan, Alan and Ngaire, Leon and Andrea. Stepmum of Sheryl and Warwick Bishell, and Gordon Ham. Cherished by all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Special thanks to Margaret and Christine, also to all the staff at Bethsaida Retirement Village. Messages may be sent to the Clarke Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough, P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. At Laurie’s request, a private service and cremation has been held.
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CHAUVAL, John Robert (Aussie), Reg LAC 759755; Leading Aircraftman: Passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 31, 2019, at Hospice Marlborough surrounded by his family. Much-loved husband, dad, pop, brother, uncle and friend. Messages may be sent to the Chauval Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. Special thanks to those who cared for John. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be sent to P O Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A celebration of John’s life has been held.
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JOHNSON, Judith, Anne: In her 80th year, on Thursday January 2, 2020, peacefully at Wairau Hospital. Dearly loved wife of the late Ross, much-loved mother of Rozanne, loved grandmother of Kassandra Phelan (KC). Sister of Christine Jensen and the late Valerie Fryer. Messages may be sent to 21 Fyffe Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 233, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Anne will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.00am on Thursday January 9, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.
Burrows, Pamela Beth: Died peacefully on Sunday January 5, 2020, at home surrounded by her family. Age 77 years. Dearly loved mother of the late Peter, Deidre and Mark, Greg and Theresa, Melissa and David, Andre and Viv. Adored Nanny-Pam to her 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Messages may be sent to her family at 109 Main Street, Havelock. Special thanks to Farewell Services Trust and Hospice Marlborough. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A celebration of Pamela’s life will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Lawrence Street, Havelock at 1pm on Friday January 10, followed by interment at the Havelock Cemetery.
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Hopai Sports a success once again By Aimee O’Hagan
Last Saturday, January 4, saw a multitude of Marlburians flock to Marlborough Sounds’ Hopai Bay to attend the annual Hopai Sports Day, which celebrated it’s 100th anniversary this year. A widely anticipated and popular occasion, the event involves
attendees taking part in a range of sports contests: from egg-andspoon races to gumboot throwing competitions, marathons, boat races, gumboot-throwing contests, and much more. There was even a 1900s period-costume dress-up competition held at this year’s Hopai Sports Day, and a small store set up on
site sold products such as mugs, honey, cards, calenders, and commemorative hats. According to Hopai Sports committee secretary, Ketta Gerard, the day “went off with a bang”. The event brought in a “huge crowd” of 1000 adults and a similar number of children – the largest attendance the event has
seen for many years. “All races were heavily contested with many entrants,” Ketta says. “With fine weather, the day was enjoyed by all.” She describes the day as a “huge success” and hopes that the “traditional family day” will continue to thrive in the years to come.
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Cuddon Cycling January 10 at 5.45pm, Athletic Park there will be track cycling, coaching and training. Come along and give it a go. For ages 11 and upwards. Plenty of track bikes available. Just bring helmet and runners. January 11 at 1.30pm, Tuamarina (just over railway line), an open grade 3 Stage Race Series No1 (12km flat with Rarangi hill finish, 6km flat TT, 28km Tuamarina circuit race) will be held. Junior under 17 shorter event. Open $5, Junior $3. Please assemble at 1pm. All riders welcome. January 13 at 6pm, Athletic park there will be track cycling. The warm up starts approx 5.30pm. Bikes available for newcomers. All welcome. See website www.cyclingmarlborough.org.nz for more information.
Wairau Valley Golf results
Tug-of-war proved to be a popular contest for the children attending the event. Photos supplied by Agnes Takacs (Lamirana Photography). Evie Benger and Parks Barroso in the 2km he-man run.
December 28; Marion Flynn 44, Bill Lacey 43, Rex McGarry 42, Steve McKenzie 38, Roger Restall 37, John McLauchlan 36, Bevan Roughan, Mel Hampton & Grant Flynn 35, Mike McKenzie & Mike Collins 34, Maureen McKenzie 33, Dave McFarlane 32, Elaine Brown & Bill Linklater 31, rest of field under 30.
Blenheim Golf results
FAR LEFT: Couples taking part in the couples three-legged race. LEFT: Rosie Bailey was the winner of the egg and spoon race.
Speedway welcomes new year with a bang By Celeste Alexander
Streetstocks are a class which are never too shy to get in amongst the field and bash their way around the speedway track, and last Saturday night’s race meeting at Eastern States Speedway was a great example of this. The club hosted the Streetstock Challenge Cup which saw Blenheim and Nelson put together streetstock teams which went on to battle it out for bragging rights. The teams; Marlborough Misfits and Nelson Knights put on a spectacular show for the crowd. Local drivers Anthony Gane (4e), Sydney Briggs (8e), Calvin Aberhart (15e), Jacob Lutherus (22e), Anthony Clark (48e) and Daniel Honey (721e) took to the track with the intention to send Nelson packing. While each of the three races were strongly dominated by Nelson cars, local Anthony
Clark managed to place in the top three of each. This however was not enough for ESS to take the win which went to the Nelson Knights. To add some lighthearted fun to the evening, the Clark Photography Biggest Stirrer award was presented to Simon Bland (31v). The first round of the Precision Auto Centre Streetcar Series kicked off on Saturday with a lineup of local and one Nelson driver registered for this feature. Three heats were held and now sitting at the top of the leaderboard are; Darryl Roberts (47e) on 88 points, Matthew Vincent (17e) on 85 points and in third place, Mike Taylor (74e) on 78 points. The Production 2K Cup was another big feature event for the night which saw two groups race over two heats. Emerging from the dust were three top place getters. Congratulations to Frank Burns (66e) in first place, George Jackson (34e) in
Local driver Jacob Lutherus (22n) throws up dust as he spins during the clash between the Marlborough Misfits and Nelson Knights streetstocks teams last Saturday night at Eastern States Speedway. BM Photography
second, and Brett Allan (888e) in third. The final big event for the night was the Marlborough Saloon Champs which saw only one local driver, Hamish Fearn (71e), go up against visiting Christchurch drivers. After a great night of racing it was Willie Woodhouse (71c) who took top
spot with 90 points, followed by Danny Knight (5c) on 87 points, then Billie Woodhouse (117c) on 83 points. The next race meeting at Eastern States Speedway will be February 1 with the Stockcar Battle of the Vines – Round 2, and Streetcar Series – Round 2.
December 21: Stableford, Men: Nigel Smith 41, Ross Agnew 40, Graham Kerrigan 40, Bob Penington 39, Blue Arthur 38, Murray Belk 37, Hay Montgomery 37, Alby Atkinson 36, Mike McConnell 36, Clive Drummond 36, Kevin Mills 36. Women: Judith Batty 34. Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15: Hay Montgomery. 9/18 NTP for 2: Trent Davies. December 22, Stableford: James Brunel 44, Jane Ingram 42, Ryan Windleburn 41, Brian Yarrall 40, Mike Gardiner 40, Mike McDonald 39. December 23, 9 Hole Stableford Men: George Mitchison 22, Brian Brown 21, Bill Varrall 21, Brian Burgess 20, Roy Lilley 20, Ivan Neame 20, Stuart Parker 19, Allen Knight 19, Hay Montgomery 19, Ian Clark 19. Women: Jan Blake 19, Odette Roper 15, Berncie Arnold 14, Trees Rewi 14. December 26, Mens Stableford: John Anderson 41, Jim Findlay 40, Warren Ingram 40, Brent Baker 39, Cyril Scammell 38, John Rewi 38, Ian Clark 38. December 28, Stableford: Bob Penington 45, Roy Lilley 44, Cyril Scammell 41, Ian Clark 41, Graham Kerrigan 40, Brian Tapp 39, John Anderson 39. Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15; Clive Drummond. 9/18 NTP for 2: Don Lamond. December 30, 9 Hole Stableford Men: Ian Clark 21, Leo McKendry 21, Jan DeZwart 20, Alan Wilson 20, Don Lamond 20, Roy Lilley 19, Brian Brown 18, Ian Hatcher 18, Leo Hawkins 18. Women: Bernice Arnold 20, Jan Pegler 19, Margaret Ogier 18, Shirley Godsiff 18. December 19, Men’s Stableford: Ian Moffat 41, Steve Anderson 40, Ian Clark 40, Blue Arthur 39, Des Campbell 39, Brent Baker 38, Mike Gardiner 38, Morgna Bowe 38. 9 Holes: Roy Lilley 17, Percy Noblett 17.
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